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The menu at PopUp Bagels in Seaport. The bagel chain is known for selling uncut bagels that are meant to be ripped apart and dipped into cream cheese. PHOTO BY PAISLEY HUANG

PopUp Bagels new Seaport location brings the hype to Boston’s bagel scene

Hillary Hao February 7, 2025
Since its grand opening in Boston’s Seaport District Jan. 10, their new location has attracted customers from across New England who line up to try their viral bagels.
Melissa Park | Graphic Artist

Impressing the parents: A neighborhood guide to the best restaurants in Boston

Amanda Brecher October 17, 2024
To all of the suburbia natives trying to find your footing in  Boston, you may need some guidance on where to get good grub. You’re probably looking to impress the family when they visit for parents’ weekend and show them that you’ve found your way in city living — and there's nothing like an awe-inspiring meal to do just that. 
People race in a game at an F1 Arcade in Seaport. This F1 Arcade is the first one to open in the United States, and it drew a large crowd, proving the support for F1 sports in Boston. TRUMAN DICKERSON/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

First F1 Arcade in America kicks off Boston opening with launch party

Truman Dickerson April 23, 2024
Inspired by the increasingly popular sport of Formula 1 racing, the first F1 Arcade in the U.S. — outfitted with a full restaurant and multi-screened racing simulators — opened in Seaport yesterday following its launch party Thursday.
Alamo Drafthouse Movie Theater. The Alamo opened on Nov. 17 in Seaport with a goal to create a unique viewing experience through set rules. ERIN MOSIER/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

REVIEW: The new Seaport Alamo Drafthouse stands apart from its competitors

Nicholas Nebiolo November 30, 2023
Unlike most movie theater chains, Seaport's new Alamo Drafthouse provides audiences with a truly magical viewing experience. 
Snowport

Boston’s Snowport Holiday Market spotlights ‘unsung heroes’

Daisy Levine December 9, 2022
Snowport welcomes small business and consumers with holiday cheer
Admire the Christmas tree in Copley Square as it stands glowing in front of Trinity Church. AMANDA CUCCINIELLO/DFP STAFF

GALLERY: Winter festivities in Boston

Daily Free Press Staff December 9, 2022
Whether it’s your fourth winter in Boston or your first, the city has a lot to offer to feel the holiday spirit.
Construction

Harvard gets approval to expand campus further into Allston, commences Phase A

Emilia Wisniewski September 20, 2022
Harvard is commencing Phase A, 14 of 36 acquired acres, of their expansion in Allston.
BU miXx K-pop dance crew

BU miXx provides space for K-pop dancers

Claire Law September 22, 2021
BU miXx is a K-pop dance crew that films dance cover videos across campus and other parts of Boston.
daffodil planted in a garden

Daffodils line Boston’s path toward spring, healing

Colbi Edmonds April 20, 2021
Marathon Daffodils delivered thousands of daffodils to frontline workers at Boston-area hospitals.
Alexia Nizhny/DFP STAFF

EDITORIAL: Amazon’s new jobs in Boston may have unintended consequences

Editors January 27, 2021
Whether the new hires will be sustainable for the economy and whether Amazon’s growth will have a negative impact on local businesses after the city opens back up has yet to be seen. But it is certain we must hold these giants to higher standards, or they will continue doing good with ulterior motives.
Clara Kim/DFP STAFF

EDITORIAL: Settling the debate: East vs. West Campus

Editors November 17, 2020
East and West Campus both have their thorns and roses. Unfortunately, COVID-19 makes these roses a lot less vibrant when we sit in our dorms all day.
Angela Ao/DFP STAFF

EDITORIAL: Walsh can prioritize the economy while also protecting public health

Editors November 12, 2020
We must reopen Boston’s economy in a safe way, but whether we are able to do so is dependent on decisions at a personal level — and the best way to get there is not through inviting outsiders to come flocking into the neighborhoods that are already more likely to experience disproportionately severe cases of COVID-19.
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